Training Specialist

Kochurtrummer; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kochurtrummer is seeking a Training Analyst to support a Mission Systems Program Office. You will plan, analyze, develop, and coordinate training requirements across technical and operational areas, ensuring alignment with program objectives and system capabilities.

The role emphasizes training Front End Analysis, developing materials, coordinating events, and maintaining records. Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration are essential in a defense environment.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Clearance (with ability to obtain higher access).
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, or related field; experience may substitute.
• 3–5 years of experience in training analysis, instructional design, or training program support.
• Experience with Training Front End Analysis (TFEA) or ADDIE.
• Experience providing training administrative or logistical support in government/defense/missions environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including professional training documentation.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced program office.
• Proficiency with common training development tools, productivity software, and data tracking platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Training Front End Analysis (TFEA) to identify training needs, gaps, performance requirements, audience characteristics, and recommendations.
• Develop, maintain, and update training documentation (requirements packages, training plans, materials, user guides, evaluation reports).
• Coordinate training events, scheduling, and logistics for deployment, sustainment, and readiness.
• Collaborate with program managers, engineers, SMEs, and end-users to ensure alignment with goals and system functionality.
• Provide daily training admin support (data entry, records, tracking training completion, LMS databases).
• Assist in developing and implementing training standards, policies, and procedures.
• Support evaluation of training effectiveness via assessments, feedback analysis, metrics.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Documentation

Data tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/Instructional Design/Organizational Development

Tools

MS Office

LMS

Job description

Position Summary

The Training Analyst supporting a PAE Mission Systems Program Office by planning, analyzing, developing, and coordinating training requirements across complex technical and operational mission areas. This position plays a key role in conducting Training Front End Analysis (TFEA), ensuring training solutions align with program objectives, system capabilities, and user needs. The analyst also provides comprehensive training administrative support, maintaining documentation, coordinating training activities, and ensuring compliance with program standards and federal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Training Front End Analysis (TFEA) to identify training needs, gaps, performance requirements, target audience characteristics, and training solution recommendations.
• Develop, maintain, and update training documentation, including requirements packages, training plans, course materials, user guides, and evaluation reports.
• Coordinate training events, scheduling, and logistics to support system deployment, sustainment, and operational readiness.
• Collaborate with program managers, engineers, subject matter experts, and end‑users to ensure training solutions align with mission goals and system functionality.
• Provide daily training administrative support, including data entry, record keeping, tracking training completion, and maintaining training databases or learning management systems.
• Assist in the development and implementation of training standards, policies, and procedures.
• Support the evaluation of training effectiveness through assessments, feedback analysis, and metrics tracking.
• Ensure all training materials and processes comply with security guidelines, contractual requirements, and organizational policies.
• Prepare briefings, reports, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Clearance (with ability to obtain further access if required).
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, or related field; experience may be substituted for education.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in training analysis, instructional design, or training program support.
• Demonstrated experience conducting Training Front End Analysis (TFEA) or equivalent methodologies such as ADDIE.
• Experience providing training administrative or logistical support within a government, defense, or mission‑systems environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce professional training documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in a fast‑paced program office setting.
• Proficiency with common training development tools, productivity software, and data tracking platforms.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting PAE or similar defense/mission‑support organizations.
• Familiarity with mission‑systems operations, deployment workflows, or technical program environments.
• Knowledge of DoD or federal training policies, security protocols, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital training delivery methods.